Community banks got hammered last year after the rate hikes and credit union terms blew them away.We got 25 yr am, 2 yr I/O 6.75% 80% LTCIt's always the right time to buy real estate, although some times may be more challenging, it isn't always the right time to sell.It's only the right time if you are committed!

It was a slow start to the initial spring 2024 shopping season, but properties are still closing quickly, still nearly 1/4+ for all cash and the majority of investors are well capitalized due to the appreciation of their real estate and stock based assets. 

Hi everyone, I recently purchased a house and have no idea how I renovate this bathroom.

I'm currently in the process of learning as much as I can about real estate investing (watching content, readings books, chatting with folks around me that invest in real estate). 

A teardown in a great location might be a real winner. 

A few tips to build it faster:1) Attend local real estate meetups and networking events—Houston has an active investor community, and BiggerPockets is a great place to connect with others before meeting them in person.2) Join Facebook groups and other online forums for Houston real estate investors.

By taking calculated risks and implementing the right strategy, one can achieve success in real estate.Good luck!

In my experience with a specific client of mine, it can often be challenging to make the case for passive income (therefore SE tax avoidance) if you are also a real estate investor doing your own flips.

@Andrew Jessup It's extremely common for the family trust to initially own the real property and then to transfer ownership into an LLC for additional liability protection, with the LLC owned by the family trust. 

I ironically bought my first property through auction.com and purchased it as a primary residence - it was a fantastic move for me, and I am certain it will be for you as well!